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entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

Controversy Surrounds Buffy Sainte-Marie's Indigenous Heritage

A CBC report has raised questions about the indigenous heritage of singer/songwriter Buffy Sainte-Marie, who has been celebrated as the first Indigenous person to win an Academy Award. The report obtained a birth certificate showing that Sainte-Marie was born to parents of European ancestry in Massachusetts, contradicting her claims of being born on Tribal land and adopted by white parents. Sainte-Marie responded by affirming her Indigenous identity and addressing allegations of sexual abuse by her brother. The report also highlighted inconsistencies in how Sainte-Marie has been identified with different Indigenous nations throughout her career.

via Deadline|

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music2 years ago•6 min saved

Controversy Surrounds Buffy Sainte-Marie's Indigenous Identity

A CBC documentary has raised questions about the Indigenous identity of singer-songwriter Buffy Sainte-Marie, a prominent figure in Canadian music and activism. The investigation, which Sainte-Marie did not participate in, features interviews with family members disputing her claim of adoption and alleges sexual abuse. The controversy surrounding her identity has sparked discussions about appropriation and who gets to claim Indigeneity. Some Indigenous commentators argue that determining Indigenous identity through government records can be problematic, and emphasize the importance of Indigenous sovereignty in determining kinship and community membership. The investigation has been met with mixed reactions, with some expressing pain for Indigenous communities and others questioning the motives behind the documentary.

via Billboard|

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